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2 Days Private Tour:Persian War-Thermopylae,Marathon,Delphi,Salamis&Plateaus

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Highlights

For the admirers of the ancient Greek battles this tour will give you the opportunity to visit the battlefields of three major battles between the Greeks and the Persians; battles that changed the history of the western civilization.

Itinerary

Marathon - Thermopylae - Delphi
  • Marathon Tomb

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    We will reach the Tumulus of Athenians; the site represents the courage, bravery and finally the victory of the Athenians against the Persians in 480 BCE. Also you will visit the Marathon Battlefield.
  • Archaeological Museum of Marathon

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    We will visit the Archaeological Museum of Marathon and the prehistoric cemetery that presents proof of the first civilized presence. From there we will drive by the city of Marathon.
  • Marathon Lake

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Before leaving for Thermopylae we will make our last stop at Lake Marathon, on the slopes of Mt Penteli, an artificial lake functioning still today as the main water reservoir for Athens. Apart from the magnificent view you will be able to see the Marathon Dam, a miracle of engineering and the only one in the world made entirely of Pentelic marble (the king of marble, used for the Parthenon, on Acropolis Hill). Moreover at the bottom you will see an excellent modern replica of treasury of the Athenians located initially in the sanctuary of Delphi.
  • Historical Information Center Thermopylon

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Then we will drive to Thermopylae were 10 years after the Battle of Marathon, King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans heroically faced the Persian army. In the historical centre of the site you will enjoy a 3D movie, travelling through time you will feel the presence of all who died for their freedom under a foreign conqueror.
  • Leonidas Monument

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    To complete the visit you will see the statue of Leonidas standing right opposite Kolonos Hill where the persisting Spartans left their last breath.
  • Battlefield of Thermopylae

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    We will see the place where King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans heroically faced the Persian army for their country's freedom.
  • Delphi

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    After spending sometime in this area of serenity we will drive to the site of Delphi, an ancient Greek sanctuary with a PanHellenic character dedicated to god Apollo. It functioned as an Oracle and was considered ‘the naval’ the center of the word and is today a symbol of Greek cultural unity. The scenic location allows you to have a view of the Greek mountains and two more sites the Gymnasium and the secondary sanctuary of Athena Pronea.
  • Temple of Apollo

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    In the site you will visit the Temple of Apollo where Pytheia spoke to the oracles, the theater and the stadium.
  • Delphi Archaeological Museum

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    While in the museum you will be able to see the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statues.
  • Arachova

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Aráchova is a mountainous village nestling picturesquely at the foot of Mt. Parnassós in Viotia, Southern Greece.It is the most cosmopolitan winter destination in Greece, a great favourite for passionate ski lovers and celebrities, or just first-time visitors who wish to relax in a dreamy mountainous setting with modern tourism facilities. Its modern ski resort, its close proximity to Athens, and its breathtaking mountainous landscape are the strongest reason why. Apart from the mountain activities, Aráchova is also famous for its bustling nightlife and as the favorite mountain resort of Athenians.
Delphi - Plataea - Salamis Battlefield
  • Plataea

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    On the following day we will drive on the slopes of mountain Parnassus by the city of Leivadia to reach the battlefield of Plataies where the last decisive battle was held between the united ancient Greek cities and the diminished Persian army 479 BCE.
  • Perama

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    We will visit the place from where Xerxis was watching the navy battle of Salamis.
  • Athens

    Admission Ticket Free
    We will drive back to Athens.

What's included

INCLUDED

Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
Bottled water
Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
Transport by private vehicle
Accommodation and breakfast (according to your booking)

NOT INCLUDED

Accommodation with breakfast (according to your booking)
Licensed Tour guide on request (Additional cost)
Entrance Fees

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.

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